Superintendent

Cole Academy is conducting a search for a full time Superintendent. We are seeking to employ an innovative leader in education and administration upon the planned exit of our current superintendent.

Cole Academy is a public charter academy and consists of two elementary buildings serving kindergarten through fifth grade. Cole Academy is authorized by Central Michigan University since 1995. Our Lansing campus is located at 1915 W. Mount Hope Avenue and our East campus is located at 2921 E. Coleman Road in East Lansing. We are a member of the Ingham Intermediate School District and participate in its programs.

We encourage university placement officers, professional organization, colleges of education, and interested individuals to refer this position to well qualified applicants. 

Application materials must include the following items in order to be considered:

• A cover letter indicating your interest in this position

• A current resume with email address* and phone number

• Copies of transcripts and certifications

• At least three (3) letters of recommendation that support the position

Selection Criteria

• Earned a Master’s Degree from an approved institution of learning with additional study in educational administration.

• Acquired successful experience in teaching and in the administration of schools and staff management.

• Meets all the requirements for certification as established by the Michigan State Board of Education

• Record of success in past positions to include improving academic and personal achievement for all students.

• Proven experience with strategic planning and the ability to accomplish short and long range goals within the scope of the District’s vision and mission.

• The ability to effectively oversee general administration of personnel, instruction, finance and building operations.

• The ability to collaborate with all constituents of the district and its communities.

• Strong record of honesty and trustworthiness.

• The ability to represent the district in a professional manner with all stakeholders.

Highlights / Points of Pride

• Awarded a 10-Year Reauthorization through Central Michigan University

• Awarded MDE’s Charter School Program Competitive grant to fund expansion of grade levels

• Cole Academy has finished each of the last two fiscal years with an operating surplus and is projected to end the year on June 30, 2022 with an operating surplus.  

• Cole Academy has had consistent enrollment growth related to the expansion of the district from one school to two schools. 

• Cole Academy has strong financial management practices which include conservative revenue and expenditure assumptions, monthly reporting to the board and long-term financial planning discussions.

• Each classroom contains a dedicated full-time paraprofessional

• Visual arts and physical education specials

• Active PTOs at both campuses